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Categories
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Financial Services, Consumer Goods & Products, Retail, Pets/Animals, Other, Community & Lifestyle
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Min Investment
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$100
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No. Investors
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95
Key Deal Facts
On shelf at Erewhon Market, a leading national tastemaker for premium and emerging food brands
60% year-over-year DTC growth as of December 2025
Selected as a KeHE Elevate brand, positioning us for national natural and specialty retail expansion
Mission-Driven Brand: Sustainable packaging, carbon-neutral shipping, and a focus on giving back
57%+ repeat customer rate, signaling strong product-market fit and replenishment behavior
Founder-led, family-operated brand with a clear long-term vision
Certified Minority-Owned (NMSDC), unlocking access to supplier diversity programs
Operating in the $157B U.S. pet market, with treats as a fastest-growing, highest-velocity category
Management Team / Advisory Board Bios
Ava DorseyFounder & Chief Pet OfficerAva started her business at 8 and has grown it into a nationally recognized pet brand. Now 18, she creates healthy, all-natural pet treats while championing sustainability, pet wellness, and community., Ina JonesPresident & MomIna, co-founder, left a successful career in commercial real estate, backed by an MBA and MSRE, to fully support Ava’s dream in 2020. As a mom of 4, she champions her children’s ambitions and empowers other mompreneurs to take charge and break boundaries.avaspetpalace.com, Michael JonesCOO & DadCo founder of Ava's, Michael has as BS in Mechanical Engineering from FAMU, is an elected school board president and has 19 years of experience with the Nuclear Regulatory Commission. He brings extensive leadership experience and guidance to Ava's., Angela StrongVice President of SalesAngela is a passionate sales leader with 20+ years of corporate experience. Known for strong communication, building C-Suite relationships, and driving results in fast-paced environments.